John A. Simon

About

John A. Simon applies his litigation skills, experience and creativity to develop the litigation strategy that will best achieve the client’s business objectives. Frequently, John has been able to resolve the dispute or regulatory issue at the outset and thereby avoid litigation when that was the client’s goal. In other instances, John aggressively pursues his clients’ claims and defends his clients in federal and state trial courts, courts of appeal, and administrative agencies.

John has prevailed for his clients in numerous jury and bench trials in federal and state court. He has substantial appellate experience, including arguments in the U.S. Supreme Court, the Illinois Supreme Court, and federal and state appellate courts around the country. John has successfully represented his clients in state and municipal governmental regulatory litigation, including environmental litigation and appellate review of agency decisions.

He has successfully defended a manufacturer in a multistate products liability litigation; a utility company in a class action ERISA suit; construction clients in litigation with contractors; and corporations against environmental claims. John has made substantial recoveries for his clients, including a $31 million jury award in a condemnation matter and a $12 million recovery on a commercial guaranty. In addition, he has represented pharmaceutical companies, online and brick-and-mortar retailers, and health care providers in false claims actions.

John served for seven years in the Office of the Illinois Attorney General, where he represented state agencies and officers in state and federal courts and before administrative commissions.

John clerked for the Honorable Richard L. Curry in the Chancery Division of the Circuit Court of Cook County.

Secured a defense judgment for client in construction litigation after two-week bench trial completely defeating all claims of general contractor and structural steel subcontractor for more than $3 million.

Represented owner in $3 million construction defect claim against general contractor and subcontractor for defective welds.

Successfully defended mechanics’ lien and breach of contract claims on behalf of owner.